Racing Tuesday 22nd April 2025
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Race 1 5.10 2m 3f 147y
1 Zarhanya (GB) 11-12
2 Mr Zee (IRE) 10-10
3 Pooley’s Promise (IRE) 10-10
4 Golden Moonshake (IRE) 10-10
5 Bradman (GB) 10-6
6 Fan Magnet (FR) 10-5
7 Pooroldmackley (IRE) 10-5
Race 2 5.43 2m 53y
1 Doctor Love (FR) 11-4
2 God of Fire (IRE) 11-4
3 Golden de Coeur (FR) 11-4
4 Jackstell (FR) 11-4
5 Military Alliance (IRE) 11-4
6 Monteria (IRE) 11-4
7 Pillar The Poet (IRE) 11-4
8 Scintillante (GB) 11-4
9 Urblereagh (FR) 11-4
10 You Moved On (GB) 11-4
11 Jubilee Girl (GB) 10-11
12 Al Mootamarid (IRE) 10-10
13 Sneaky Blinder (FR) 10-10
HEREFORD
Race 3 6.13 3m 1f 44y
1 Karuma Grey (GER) 12-2
2 Camino Rocio (IRE) 11-9
3 A Definite Getaway (IRE) 11-7
4 Atlanta Brave (IRE) 11-6
5 Face d’Music (IRE) 11-4
6 Climbing (GB) 11-2
Race 4 6.43 2m 4f 194y
1 Chestnut Pete (GB) 12-0
2 Russian Ruler (IRE) 11-11
3 Greenrock Abbey (IRE) 10-13
4 Jimmyjeroo (GB) 10-13
5 Everyonesacritic (IRE) 10-12
6 Annie Nail (IRE) 10-2
7 Clashmore Banter (IRE) 10-2
Race 5 7.13 2m 53y
1 Tapley (GB) 12-0
2 Moveit Like Minnie (IRE) 12-0
3 Black Hawk Eagle (IRE) 11-13
4 Prolific Profile (IRE) 11-12
5 Magic Seven (IRE) 11-11
6 Cornish Storm (GB) 11-11
7 Goblet of Fire (GB) 11-9
8 Clearance (GB) 11-3
9 Zhang Fei (FR) 11-1
10 Plantaroma (FR) 10-13
11 Virtual Hug (IRE) 10-10
Race 6 7.43 2m 53y
1 Bourding Pass (GB) 11-6
2 Captain Hugo (IRE) 11-6
3 Le Docteur (FR) 11-6
4 No Panic (GB) 11-6
5 Our Bobby Dazzler (GB) 11-6
6 Pay Dirt (GB) 11-6
7 Race To Base (IRE) 11-6
8 Miss Barfad (GB) 10-13
9 Emerald Time (GB) 10-12
10 Josh Central (IRE) 10-12
The Ruby Lodge Care Home In Thirsk Apprentice Handicap Stakes (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000 ™ Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 502 runners, 7%) runs HAPPIER & PROFITEER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 70 runners, 10%) runs HAPPIER & PROFITEER
Weightwatcher: ABATE won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 7lb to 75.
Longest Traveller: INANNA trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 196 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 8.80 secs - Johayro - 23rd July 1999, Firm
1 ABATE (GB) (23) 30006-2 C D 9 9-9 (5)
Br Br g Bated Breath - Red Kyte Jack Nicholls (7) J
O A. Nicholls Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Malih L. Al Basti Adrian Nicholls Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled down the weights following a poor second half of last season but returned to form after 5 months off when second of 17 in handicap at Doncaster (5f) 23 days ago Losing run stretches back to 2023 but he’s evidently capable of making a splash from this mark. TFRHHHHI BHA75
2 LATE ARRIVAL (IRE) (226) 214010- D 8 9-9 (6)
Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Powdermill Tom Kiely-Marshall (3) J
O Mr S Windle & Mr G Routledge Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Sondad Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 10 runs last year, latterly at Southwell (6f) in August. 33/1, never involved in a stronger affair when tenth of 18 in handicap at York (6f, soft) in September and possible this first start for 7 months will bring him on (won second time out last term). TFRHHHII BHA75
3 KATS BOB (GB) (25) 22-0111 D 7 9-9 (2)
Br Ch g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Dreaming of Stella (IRE) William Pyle J
O Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B S. Rudolf William Hill S
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7 PROFITEER (IRE) (167) 220115- C 4 9-1 (8)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Whispering Lady (IRE) Jake Dickson (7) J
O Racing Knights & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T B David Doyle & Edward Doyle Jnr Sound Safety Advice Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who deservedly landed back-to-back 5f handicaps in the mud at Pontefract last autumn. Signed off with a respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) in November and he’s worth a look on return.
TFRHHHII BHA67
8 HAPPIER (IRE) (23) 40451-0 D 5 8-10 (1)
Br B m Profitable (IRE) - Joy For Life Alex Jary (3) J
O Reality Partnerships XX Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Century Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o mare who was well suited by the switch to all-weather when making all in 10-runner handicap at Southwell (5f) in December Very much shaped as if needing the run after 5 months off when sixteenth of 17 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, good) 23 days ago and better showing anticipated. TFRHHHII BHA62
9 INANNA (IRE) (54) 203U-00 D 5 8-8 (9)
Br B m Acclamation - Kiss of Spring (IRE) Amie Waugh J
O Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Rathbarry Stud Chris’s House S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a fine start for present yard on AW in recent months, readily bringing up the hat-trick in 8-runner handicap (11/2) at Southwell (6.1f) 25 days ago Effective on turf and he has to merit respect in this sort of form despite a career-high mark to defy.
TFRHHHHI BHA75
4 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (10) 5431-15 CD 6 9-4 (7)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE) Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mrs K S Pratt, Mr P R Blackett, M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner last season who ended last year with success at Newcastle in November and, after 5 months off, picked up where he left off when going in again there last month. Not in same form when fifth in 9-runner C&D handicap 10 days ago but he’s respected nevertheless TFRHHHHH BHA70
5 PATONTHEBACK (IRE) (172) 405336- D 7 9-2 (3)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Miss Brief (IRE) Cian Horgan (5) J
O Mr R & Mrs J E Huin Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Edmond Kent Gemma Tutty Racing, Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of 7f handicaps on turf last summer who ended the campaign in good heart, not beaten far when sixth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle in November Resumes operating 2lb above last winning mark and interesting what the market makes of him back at 6f TFRHHHII BHA68
6 RUNNINWILD (GB) (255) 061105- CD 7 9-2 (4)
Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Dont Tell Nan Zak Wheatley J
O Mr Ian Farrington & Partner Ann Duffield, Leyburn T
B Bearstone Stud Sims Suzuki S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was perked up by the application of cheekpieces when landing back-to-back handicaps at Carlisle (5.8f) last summer Below best back up in grad final 2 starts and the headgear is discarded on return to action. TFRHHHII BHA68
TIMEFORM VIEW Two turf wins last autumn but has had issues at the start on AW this winter and she ran well below her best when in refitted hood (discarded here) when last of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 54 days ago Needs to get back on track returned to turf TFRHHIII BHA60
2024: NO CORRESPONDING MEETING LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn by No 4.
Visor worn by No 3.
Tongue Strap worn by No 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Kats Bob (GB), 9-2 Abate (GB), 11-2 Profiteer (IRE), 13-2 Lord Abama (IRE), 9-1 Happier (IRE), 10-1 Runninwild (GB), 12-1 Late Arrival (IRE), 14-1 Patontheback (IRE), 22-1 Inanna (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A dual C&D winner last season, LORD ABAMA wasn’t at his best when fifth on his latest outing here 10 days ago, yet a return to forcing tactics can see Michael Dods’ charge in a better light and he shades the vote to come out on top Abate following his good reappearance second at Doncaster and Kats Bob, who arrives in fine form from all-weather, are others to consider
Colours
Abbreviations
BF - Beaten Favourite. C - Course Winner. D - Distance Winner. d - Disqualified.
The figure in brackets after each horse’s name indicates the days since it last ran.
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Chief Steward
Michael Eyre
Stewards’ Panel Chair
Jeremy Barlow
Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair
Jane Blades
Stewards
Milly Bersey, Alan Dempsey, Sarah Russell
Starters
Jason Callaghan
Stuart Turner
Judge
Di Clark
Clerk of the Scales
Claudia Marelli
Handicapper
Stewart Kirkland
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Matt Butterell
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Medical Officers
Dr McLain, Dr Roden & Dr Foster
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Leanne Asprey, Alec Dent, Joe O’Gorman, Graham Gray & Rachel Kirtley
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Malcolm Hart
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Erin Boswell & Stephen Skillern
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SECOND
Maiden Stakes (Class 5) (GBB Race)
for maiden two yrs old ™ Total prize fund £7000 ™ Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373. (Penalty Value £3780)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (26 wins from 124 runners, 21%) runs JAN STEEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (7 wins from 42 runners, 17%) runs JAN STEEN
Longest Traveller: BRING IT ON trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, 222 miles
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs Record Time: 57.20 secs - Proud Boast - 5th August 2000, Good to Firm
1 AMEEQ (IRE) (-)
9-7 (5)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Swiss Kiss Kevin Stott J
O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Coverdale Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. £50,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Closely related to 6f winners Continental and Wrought Iron. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to winners up to 6f Swiss Diva and Swiss Spirit (both smart). Makes appeal on paper for yard in form and he’s one to note TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 BRING IT ON (IRE) (-) 9-7 (4)
Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Alabama Whitman Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Mr Mike Nolan & Partner Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T
B Ballyhane Stud Route Agency Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 16. £40,000 yearling, Dandy Man colt. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f/6f winner New Collection. Betting can prove a useful guide on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 JAN STEEN (GB) (-)
9-7 (1)
Br B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Athas An Bhean Clifford Lee J
O Amo Racing Limited K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 12. 30,000 gns foal, 100,000 gns yearling, Sergei Prokofiev colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Do It Now. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner Top stable already 4-7 with their juveniles on turf this campaign and he’s very much of interest on debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 SAILOR BATT (IRE) (-)
9-7 (3)
Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Nora Batt (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mr Laurence O’Kane David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B J. W. Nicholson Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 13. 60,000 gns yearling, Coulsty colt. Half-brother to useful 5f winner Jer Batt and 2-y-o 5f winner Buddy Batt. Dam, 5f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Another Batt. Stable know this family well and confidence behind him on debut would look significant. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 HELLCAT (GB) (-)
9-2 (2)
Br Ch f Mayson - Vixen (IRE) Alex Jary (5) J
O BGP Capital Seb Spencer, Malton T
B Rossenarra Bloodstock Limited Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 1. Mayson filly. Dam 7f-1m winner. Another needing a market check for clues on debut.
TFRHHHII BHA-
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-4 Jan Steen (GB), 11-4 Ameeq (IRE), 13-2 Sailor Batt (IRE), 7-1 Bring It On (IRE), 9-1 Hellcat (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW JAN STEEN makes plenty of appeal on paper for a yard that has made another excellent start with its juveniles and he’s very much of interest on debut. The market will obviously be useful in a field confined to newcomers, Ameeq and Bring It On heading the dangers before clues
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
GBBRace
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Notices
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of Races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.
Colours No Horse st-lb Draw
THIRD RACE 5.30 ™ 7f 218y
The racingtv.com Restricted Novice Stakes (Class 4) (For Horses In Bands B, C And D) (GBB Race)
for novice three, four and five yrs old ™ Total prize fund £10000 ™ Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Dods (29 wins from 279 runners, 10%) runs TAYLORMADE LAD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Carroll (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs DRUMCONDRA & VERY MUDDY WATERS
Longest Travellers: PAROLE D’ORO trained by M Bell, TEROOMM trained by R Varian, both Newmarket, 185 miles Raceform Median Time: 1 min 42.50 secs Record Time: 1 min 34.80 secs - Yearsley- 5th May 1990, Firm
1 PAROLE D’ORO (GB) (264) 21- 3 9-9 (5)
Br B c Without Parole - Pretty Paper (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J
O Mrs I. Corbani Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B Papillon Stables Sarl Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Without Parole colt who confirmed debut promise when landing 7-runner novice at Epsom (7f) in August, needing some firm pressure but leaving the impression he always had matters in hand. Very much the type to progress further as a 3-y-o and he’s shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 TEROOMM (IRE) (18) (2lb) 4-1 D 3 9-7 (2)
Br Ch c Iffraaj - Salayel Silvestre De Sousa J
O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped up well in an AW maiden that’s worked out pretty well and, upped in trip/switched to turf, took a step forward after 4 months off when taking 9-runner maiden at Bath (8f, good to firm, 5/6) 18 days ago, keeping on well In top hands and he rates a useful prospect. Player TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 FOUR FIFTY (GB) (12) (4lb) 1 3 9-5 (6)
Br B c Ulysses (IRE) - Gymnaste (IRE) Sam James J
O Ryall & Lidster Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Ulysses colt who made appeal on paper and didn’t need to be asked for everything when landing 12-runner Newcastle novice (7f) on debut 12 days ago, leading final 1f and well on top finish. Very much the type to build on that now switched to turf TFRHHHII BHA-
4 DRUMCONDRA (IRE) (186) (2lb) 04- 3 9-0 (1)
Br Ch g Showcasing - Foxy Loxy (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Mr Brian Chambers Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Newtown Anner Stud
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showcasing gelding from the family of high-class 1 1/4m winner Fascinating Rock. Showed much more than on debut when fourth of 6 in a Haydock novice (1m, heavy) back in October but feasible to think handicaps will be more his bag after this TFRHHIII BHA-
5 VERY MUDDY WATERS (GB) (199) (2lb) 2- 3 9-0 (3)
Br Br or Gr g Showcasing - Bella Vita Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Four Juniperus Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Shoreham Stud & Whitsbury Manor Stud Racing Welfare S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showcasing gelding. Dam, 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Sowed promise whilst highlighting he takes after his dam when a keeping on second in 11-runner novice at Redcar (7f) on debut in October Increase in trip promises to suit on return and he’s open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 TAYLORMADE LAD (IRE) (168) (4lb) 0- 3 8-12 (4)
Br B g Gregorian (IRE) - Limousine Connor Beasley J
O TG Racing Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Rathasker Stud H. Taylor & Sons, Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gregorian gelding who showed only greenness when eighth of 11 in novice at Redcar (7f, soft, 200/1) on debut in November Possible he’ll be brought along with handicaps in mind and he’s passed over returning from 168 days off TFRHIIII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-4 Parole d’Oro (GB), 15-8 Teroomm (IRE), 11-2 Four Fifty (GB), 12-1 Very Muddy Waters (GB), 28-1 Drumcondra (IRE), 100-1 Taylormade Lad (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Having shaped with plenty of promise on his only start at 2 yrs, TEROOMM duly showed improved form to make a winning return in a Bath maiden (1m) 18 days ago. From a talented family and rating the type to progress further, he gets the nod ahead of the similarly progressive Parole d’Oro, who looks sure to be suited by this step up in trip on return. Four Fifty, who impressed when scoring on debut at Newcastle 12 days ago, deserves consideration, too
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEROOMM (IRE) 2.PAROLE D’ORO 3.FOUR FIFTY
RESULTS E
Race Time Distance 1st 2nd 3rd
GBBRace
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Colours No Horse
st-lb Draw
FOURTH RACE 6.00 ™ 7f 218y
The Live Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap Stakes (Class 5) (Div I)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000 ™ Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 502 runners, 7%) runs MOUNT KING & TEMPER TRAP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 70 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING & TEMPER TRAP
Weightwatcher: MOUNT KING won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 7lb to 60.
Longest Traveller: COOLREE trained by L Souza, Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform
Time: 1 min 42.50
1 TEMPER TRAP (GB) (164) 142522- D 8 9-9 (6)
Br Br g Slade Power (IRE) - Sloane Square Sean Kirrane J
O Ontoawinner 10 & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Jupiter Bloodstock Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual scorer at 7f back in October and held form well during a busy spell thereafter, good second of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) on final start in November Versatile as regards ground but he does tend to need a run or two, so percentage call to look elsewhere. TFRHHHII BHA67
2 WILDE AND DANDY (GB) (18) 32-0200 5 9-8 (1)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Image Tom Eaves J
O David Fravigar & Sam Jones Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Bumble Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice on AW during a productive 2024. However, recent efforts not so inspiring, his slow starting in evidence once more when seventh of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 12/1) 18 days ago That has to be something of a concern ahead of this TFRHHIII BHA66
3 HIGHLAND OLLY (GB) (15) 00130-2 4 9-8 (2)
Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Roxy Star (IRE) Harrison Shaw J
O Evan M Sutherland & G Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Mrs D. J. James
TIMEFORM VIEW Put it all together when shedding maiden tag at Musselburgh (7f) in August. Below best on final outing in October but back to form after 6 months off when second of 13 in handicap (12/1) at Redcar (7f, good) 15 days ago This longer trip worth exploring on that evidence TFRHHHHI BHA66
4 POWER OF ZEUS (GB) (46) 5/400-00 4 9-7 (7)
Br Ch g Territories (IRE) - Idyllic Star (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Mr Keith Brown Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Mr Russell Drummond Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to progress as a 3-y-o for Brian Ellison and no upturn in 2 starts for present yard, last of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 46 days ago Visored for 1st time but he has plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA65
5 MAKALU (IRE) (25) 22000-1 C D 6 9-5 (9)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Jolly Juicester (IRE) James Sullivan J
O Bruce Jamieson & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Kevin Fox William Hill S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 COOLREE (IRE) (29) 4036-50 D 6 9-4 (5)
Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Quaich Silvestre De Sousa J O Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partner Lemos De Souza, Newmarket T B Coolawn Stud Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways over an extended mile at Beverley last spring. Largely consistent in defeat thereafter but he does need to shrug off a lesser effort when ninth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f,AW, 25/1) 29 days ago Cheekpieces back on and not discounted back at this shorter trip. TFRHHHII BHA62
8 MOUNT KING (IRE) (115) 553000- CD 5 9-2 (3)
Br Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE) David Allan J
O Ryedale Partners No1 Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Sun Bloodstock SARL Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who went winless during 2024, some way below his best when tenth of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (1m) in December Begins this campaign on a potentially handy mark as a result, so interesting if strong in the betting on return. TFRHHHII BHA60
9 STRAYA (IRE) (24) 05550-0 4 8-13 (4)
Br Ch f Australia - Gelenschik (IRE) Jason Hart J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner Katie Scott, Galashiels T B Mr T. J. Adams Overlander Vehicles S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success but she did have excuses after 5 months off/on account of the trip when twelfth of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good) 24 days ago This rates more suitable and she comes here operating from career-low mark. TFRHHHII BHA57
Visor worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Jez Bomb (GB), 5-1 Highland Olly (GB), Makalu (IRE), 7-1 Coolree (IRE), 8-1 Mount King (IRE), 10-1TemperTrap (GB), Straya (IRE), 20-1WildeAnd Dandy (GB), 33-1 Power of Zeus (GB) THE TIMEFORM VIEW Having been steadily progressive during the second half of last year, JEZ BOMB showed the benefit of his reappearance when runner-up over this trip at Southwell 25 days ago. Representing a stable in form, a good pace to aim at will help back on turf and he shades the vote to come out on top Highland Olly shaped as if worth a crack at this trip when runner-up at Redcar recently and along with last-time-out scorer Makalu, heads the dangers
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ran right up to previous best for this yard after 5 months off when landing 8-runner handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 25 days ago, overcoming pace bias to ultimately score cosily. 3lb rise should see him thereabouts again.
TFRHHHHI BHA63
6 JEZ BOMB (GB) (25) 6116-52 D 4 9-5 (8)
Br B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Cherina Dynamite (SPA) Shane Gray J
O A & J Birch
Sam England, Guiseley T
B Miss T. M. Goulding Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 13 runs last year, the latest at Newcastle (1m) in October Showed benefit of his reappearance with usual cheekpieces refitted when second of 7 in handicap (9/2) at Southwell (8.1f) 25 days ago and one to consider back on turf for yard amongst the winners TFRHHHHH BHA63
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FIFTH RACE 6.30 ™ 7f 218y
The Live Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap Stakes (Class 5) (Div II)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000 ™ Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 502 runners, 7%) runs LITTLE TED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 70 runners, 10%) runs LITTLE TED Longest Traveller: SUPER HIT trained by D Holland, Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform
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1 HARLEM NIGHTS (IRE) (22) 003-304 D 5 9-9 (6)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Elusive Beauty (IRE) Lewis Edmunds J
O Mr R Teatum and Steel A Win Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
B Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 22 days ago Capable of getting involved back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA66
2 SUPER HIT (FR) (19) 01-6000 4 9-9 (3)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Heaven’s Angel (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O R J Lorenz Darryll Holland, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on first time, last of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford (7f, 6/1) 19 days ago Cheekpieces quickly discarded. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA66
3 SWIFT SALIAN (IRE) (9) 30304-4 D 4 9-9 (1)
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Dynalosca (USA) Connor Beasley J
O Mr David Ellis David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Richard McConnell Integrated Third Party Logistics Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap (8/1) at Musselburgh (1m, good) on reappearance 9 days ago Can build on that and resume winning ways from a handy inside stall TFRHHHHH BHA66
4 TEES GEORGE (GB) (180) 225310- D 5 9-7 (7)
Br B g Outstrip - Mistress Twister Harrison Shaw J
O Ingleby Bloodstock Limited Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd Scott Bros Limited, Adrian Nicholls Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap at Southwell (11f) when last seen in October but had won in these refitted cheekpieces at Beverley (8.5f, good to firm) prior to that. Much depends on whether he’s primed after 6 months off TFRHHHII BHA64
5 CROWNTHORPE (GB) (23) 0/6650-0 D 10 9-6 (9)
Br B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Normandy Maid Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mrs M Doherty & Mr A D Brown Alan Brown, Malton T
B Mrs Sheila Oakes Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteenth of 21 in handicap at Doncaster (2m, good, 50/1) on reappearance 23 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Needs to have come on a lot. TFRHHIII BHA63
6 RAVISHING BEAUTY (GB) (175) 536046- 4 9-5 (8)
Br B f Camelot - Shaden (IRE) Jack Garritty J
O Kielder Newport West Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Creditable sixth of 11 in handicap (20/1) at Newcastle (1m) when last seen in October She’s less exposed than the majority of these. TFRHHHII BHA62
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 BELLASIO (IRE) (321) 23/60- 4 9-5 (2)
Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Aisling Ghear (IRE) Oliver Stammers J
O NG Racing Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 8 on 1m Ripon handicap debut last June Off since Best watched unless the betting vibes are strong. TFRHHIII BHA62
8 COPPER AND FIVE (GB) (186) 606460- CD9 9-0 (5)
Br Ch g Paco Boy (IRE) - Peachez Joanna Mason J
O Mrs Sally Doyle and Mrs Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mrs S. Doyle & Highclere Stud William Hill, Nirvana Spa & Leisure Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Former C&D winner who went in at Redcar last May. Not at best when last seen in the autumn but has dipped to a career-low mark as a result. Contender if ready to roll TFRHHHII BHA57
9 LITTLE TED (GB) (175) 301520- CD 8 9-0 (4)
Br Ch g Cityscape - Speedy Utmost Meg David Allan J
O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two Musselburgh wins last year. Respectable efforts on AW when last seen in the autumn. Former C&D winner TFRHHHII BHA57
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 8. Stewards Note: TEES GEORGE: Following its run on 24/10/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly from 2f out.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Swift Salian (IRE), 11-2 Harlem Nights (IRE), Tees George (GB), 15-2 Copper And Five (GB), Little Ted (GB), 9-1 Super Hit (FR), 14-1 Ravishing Beauty (GB), 25-1 Crownthorpe (GB), 50-1 Bellasio (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SWIFT SALIAN is well drawn for a prominent racer and makes obvious appeal on the back of a solid reappearance at Musselburgh. Harlem Nights arrives fit from AW and could have a part to play. Copper And Five is also handicapped to have a say if fully primed for his reappearance TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
AND FIVE
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SIXTH RACE 7.00 ™ 1m 4f 8y
The Download The Raceday Ready App Handicap Stakes (Class 4) (GBBplus Race)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 ™ Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 502 runners, 7%) runs KITSUNE POWER & MASEKELA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 70 runners, 10%) runs KITSUNE POWER & MASEKELA
Longest Traveller: PERFECTLY TIMED trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 221 miles
Raceform Median Time: 2 mins 41.90 secs Record Time: 2 mins 29.90 secs - Gallery God- 4th June 2001, Firm
1 PERFECTLY TIMED (GB) (22) 12001-6 4 9-9 (10)
Br B g Time Test - Fleabiscuit (IRE) William Cox J
O Hambleton Racing XLVI & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Lucayan Stud Ltd Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year Creditable sixth of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) on reappearance 22 days ago Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA83
2 PATH TO DUBAI (GB) (59) 002-140 D 4 9-8 (5)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Carlanda (FR) Clifford Lee J
O Houghton Bloodstock James Tate, Newmarket T
B Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell (1 1/2m) in January. Fair fourth at Wolverhampton next time and given a break since a lesser run back at Southwell in February. Well beaten on previous turf start. TFRHHIII BHA82
3 LUDO’S LANDING (IRE) (152) 101400- 5 9-8 (9)
Br B g Kodiac - Most Beautiful Joe Fanning J
O Phil & Jude Jones Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Armitage Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 19 runs last year. Out of sorts on AW when last seen in November but on a competitive mark if ready to roll on return.
TFRHHHII BHA82
4 CAVERN CLUB (IRE) (283) 003166- D 5 9-7 (8)
Br Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Merseybeat Silvestre De Sousa J
O The Good Stock Syndicate James Owen, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited James Owen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over this trip on the Flat for James Owen last May and also successful twice over hurdles for this excellent yard since, including at Doncaster last month. Respected back on the level TFRHHHHH BHA81
5 LETSBEFRANK (IRE) (9) 11321-0 C 5 9-4 (3)
Br B g Frankel - Miss Polaris Paul Mulrennan J
O J S Morrison & Ms Carol Morrison Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Newtown Anner Stud
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a big bonus for 3 wins in the Skybet Sunday Series last year but got the current campaign off to an inauspicious start at Musselburgh 9 days ago, reluctant to leave the stalls and losing all chance TFRHHHII BHA78
6 PERGAMON (FR) (25) 321-0 4 9-3 (2)
Br Ch g Frankel - Spain Burg (FR) Jason Hart J
O Mr S. Radymski Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Haras De Saint Pair & White Birch Farm PRA World Ltd, Evolve Business Finance Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, first run since leaving Andre Fabre when last of 8 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f) on UK debut 25 days ago Back down in trip Cheekpieces on first time. Can only watch. TFRHIIII BHA77
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 THE CRAFTY MOLE (GB) (199) 115130- C4 8-13 (1)
Br B g Study of Man (IRE) - Albizzia Mark Winn J
O Always Smiling & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Miss K. Rausing GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Five wins from 10 runs last year, including here Went off the boil in the autumn but reappears off his last winning mark. Not discounted.
TFRHHHII BHA73
8 TITAINIUM (GB) (15) 21420-2 BF 4 8-12 (7)
Br Gr g Bated Breath - I’m Impressed (IRE) Sam James J O Hornby Hornets Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Miss S. J. Turner
TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, good second of 10 in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good) on reappearance 15 days ago Up in trip Considered.
TFRHHHHI BHA72
9 KITSUNE POWER (IRE) (168) 342354- C 6 8-12 (6)
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Fire Heroine (USA) David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships XV Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Stuart Mcphee Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner off 2lb higher last summer. 11/2, creditable fourth of 7 in handicap at Redcar (1 3/4m, soft) when last seen in November Should get involved if fully primed for this TFRHHHII BHA72
10 MASEKELA (IRE) (10) 30550-6 6 8-10 (4)
Br B g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse James Sullivan J
O Green Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Coolawn Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Respectable sixth of 9 in C&D handicap on reappearance 10 days ago, needing stronger gallop.
TFRHHHII BHA70
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note: LETSBEFRANK: Following its run on 13/4/2025 it was reported that the horse froze and was slowly away.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Titainium (GB), 5-1 Cavern Club (IRE), 13-2 Kitsune Power (IRE), Masekela (IRE), 10-1 Letsbefrank (IRE), The Crafty Mole (GB), 14-1 Path To Dubai (GB), Ludo’s Landing (IRE), 22-1 Perfectly Timed (GB), 25-1 Pergamon (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CAVERN CLUB won over hurdles at Doncaster last month and is taken to follow up back on the Flat for James Owen. Titanium has to prove his stamina for 1 1/2m but his Redcar reappearance was encouraging and he’s feared most ahead of The Crafty Mole
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAVERN CLUB (IRE) 2.TITAINIUM 3.THE CRAFTY MOLE
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SEVENTH RACE 7.30 ™ 5f
The Every Race Live On Racing TV Handicap Stakes (Class 3)
for three yrs old ™ Total prize fund £18000 ™ Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £7432, 2nd £3717, 3rd £1858, 4th £929, 5th £464. (Penalty Value £9421.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Dods (29 wins from 279 runners, 10%) runs EDUCATING RITA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tate (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs DESERT CHAMPION
Longest Travellers: NEYTIRI TE TSKAHA trained by S C Williams, NAANA’S SPARKLE trained by A Haynes, DESERT CHAMPION trained by J Tate, BALZARINI trained by J Butler, CONVO trained by L Souza, all Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs Record Time: 56.92 secs - Charlie Parks - 11th April 2003, Firm
1 CONVO (IRE) (183) 320560- 9-9 (1)
Br B f Kodiac - Quick Chat (USA) Jason Hart J
O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Lemos De Souza, Newmarket T
B Coseda Ltd Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9 1/4 lengths ninth of 12 to Une Pointure in Listed race at Deauville (5.5f, heavy, 23/1), slowly away. Off 6 months, but did make a winning debut last year Mark does look tough on balance, though.
2 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (193) 010013- D 9-9 (6)
Br Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Yeomanstown Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, good third of 10 in nursery at York (5f, soft). Off 6 months so no surprise were he to need this on ground that may be on the lively side TFRHHHII BHA87
3 BALZARINI (GER) (208) 413066- D 9-9 (4)
Br B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Belle Anglaise Silvestre De Sousa J
O Mr Asaad Al Banwan John Butler, Newmarket T
B Graf u. Grafin v. Stauffenberg
TIMEFORM VIEW 11 3/4 lengths last of 6 to The Waco Kid in Somerville Tattersall Stakes at Newmarket (7f, heavy, 200/1), slowly away. Off 6 months Back down in trip First run for yard after leaving Stuart Williams and is back at a more suitable level TFRHHHII BHA87
4 AGAINST THE WIND (GB) (214) 60150- D 9-8 (11)
Br Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Rashaaqa Tom Eaves J
O Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Poppy Holdings & Partner K. A. Ryan Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW AW novice winner on third start in June 4 1/4 lengths thirteenth of 14 to Star of Mehmas in Listed race (11/1) at Ayr (5f, good to firm). Off 7 months (gelded). Makes handicap debut and mark looks very fair TFRHHHHH BHA86
5 DESERT CHAMPION (IRE) (17) 63-4316 D 9-7 (3)
Br Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lady of The Desert (USA) Clifford Lee J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Chelmsford City in March. Last of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 3/1) from 10lb higher 17 days ago. Makes turf debut with blinkers replacing visor Could bounce back and one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA85
6 NAANA’S SPARKLE (GB) (155) 4414- 9-6 (8)
Br B g Twilight Son - Sweet And Dandy (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J
O John Hall and A Haynes Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Mr K. T. O’Neill Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Chelmsford City in October Good fourth of 10 in novice at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 14/1). Off 155 days Makes handicap debut and mark demands more. TFRHHHII BHA84
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 DO IT NOW (GB) (193) 150040- D 9-5 (2)
Br B c Bungle Inthejungle - Athas An Bhean Oisin McSweeney (3) J
O Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all on third start at Ripon in May 2024. Ended the season in disappointing fashion, last of 10 in nursery at York (5f, soft). TFRHHIII BHA83
8 EDUCATING RITA (GB) (199) 113200- D 9-5 (5)
Br B f Belardo (IRE) - Excel And Succeed (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Elwick Stud Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, bit below form 4 1/2 lengths eighth of 19 to Candy in listed Two-Year-Old Trophy at Redcar (6f, good to soft). Off 6 months but she hit the ground running as a juvenile TFRHHHII BHA83
9 NAD ALSHIBA GREEN (IRE) (164) 012134- D 9-1 (9)
Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Royal Rose (IRE) Jason Watson J
O J & A Young (Racing) Limited Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Jayplas S
TIMEFORM VIEW Real improver in nurseries last summer, winning twice over 5f Respectable fourth of 8 in nursery (9/1) at Doncaster (6f, heavy) when last seen in November but she’s not totally straightforward. TFRHHHII BHA79
10 FARANDAWAY (IRE) (123) 22220- 8-12 (7)
Br B or Br g Far Above (IRE) - Clare Island (IRE) Sam James J
O Mr Jimmy Kay and partner Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd Leeds Pallet Co Ltd,Amg Engineering & Packaging Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 5/2, seventh of 10 in novice at Southwell (5f). Off 123 days. Looks competitive on form he showed when runner-up in a nursery at that venue prior to that. TFRHHHHI BHA76
11 NEYTIRI TE TSKAHA (IRE) (17) 461-35 CD 8-12 (10)
Br B f Cotai Glory - On The Same Page (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Barker Creighton Davis Kent Partnership Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Alexander Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on third and final start in 2024. Fifth of 8 in handicap (22/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive for all drop back to 5f will suit. TFRHHHII BHA76
2024: FORTUNATE STAR (IRE) 4 9 4 Zak Wheatley 13-2 (Declan Carroll) 8 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.
Stewards Note: AGAINST THE WIND: Following its run on 20/9/2024 it was reported that the horse drifted right-handed.DESERT CHAMPION: Following its run on 5/4/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
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PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-1 Against The Wind (GB), 13-2 Desert Champion (IRE), 15-2 Farandaway (IRE), 8-1 Fuji Mountain (IRE), 10-1 Nad Alshiba Green (IRE), Neytiri Te Tskaha (IRE), 11-1 Balzarini (GER), Naana’s Sparkle (GB), 12-1 Educating Rita (GB), 18-1 Convo (IRE), 25-1 Do It Now (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty to consider, but a gelding operation may help AGAINST THE WIND settle down a tad and he’s well handicapped on the pick of his 2-y-o form. He looks the way to go, with Farandaway and Desert Champion a couple of dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.AGAINST THE WIND 2.FARANDAWAY (IRE) 3.DESERT CHAMPION (IRE)
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Saturday 3rd May
Thirsk Hunt Cup
Saturday 17th May
Sky Bet Irish Day
Friday 6th June
Afternoon Racing
Tuesday 17th June
Afternoon Racing
Wednesday 2nd July
Afternoon Racing
Tuesday 15th July
Evening Racing
Friday 25th July
Summer Family Day
Saturday 2nd August
William Hill Summer Cup
Friday 8th August
Superhero Family Day
Friday 15th August
Sausage & Beer Evening
Friday 29th August
All Creatures Great & Small Family Day
Saturday 7th September
Ladies’ Day
Monday 15th September
Season Finale
EIGHTH RACE 8.00 ™ 7f
The Next Meeting Saturday 3rd May Book Now
Handicap Stakes (Class 6)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £6000 ™ Declared Runners 13 Owners Prize Money 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320. (Penalty Value £3240)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 502 runners, 7%) runs RIBBLE RADIANT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 70 runners, 10%) runs RIBBLE RADIANT.
Longest Traveller: FALCON NINE trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 119 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 28.50 secs Record Time: 1 min 22.80 secs - Silver Haze - 21st May 1988, Firm
1 RIBBLE RADIANT (GB) (13) 06060-2 D 4 9-9 (13)
Br B f Ribchester (IRE) - Twinkleberry (IRE) David Allan J
O Aberdeen Park & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Godolphin Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, creditable second of 14 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 13 days ago That was more like it from her falling mark.
TFRHHHHI BHA60
2 HEROISM (IRE) (20) 40000-6 5 9-9 (1)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Liberating Lewis Edmunds J
O D Ellis and Partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers Integrated Third Party Logistics Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 10/1) 20 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Tongue strap back on and he may strip fitter for that return. TFRHHHII BHA60
3 CAPTAIN VALLO (IRE) (10) 104452 7 9-8 (3)
Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Top Dollar Sam James J
O Mr James Binks Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. Good second of 9 in handicap (22/1) at this course (6f, good to firm) 10 days ago, faring best of those held up Looks worth another go at 7f on that evidence Cheekpieces off TFRHHHHI BHA59
4 FALCON NINE (GB) (20) 440-200 5 9-8 (7)
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Freedonia Andrew Mullen J
O URSA Major Racing & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Niarchos Family Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 Flat runs 11/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good) 20 days ago, very slowly away. TFRHHHII BHA59
5 WITHOUT DELAY (IRE) (20) 40510-5 D 6 9-7 (8)
Br Ch m Decorated Knight - Apace (IRE) William Pyle (5) J
O Mr W. J. Laws Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T
B Irish National Stud Houghton Bunkhouse S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good, 14/1) 20 days ago. No surprise were she to step up on that reappearance TFRHHHII BHA58
6 LUMENBOURG (GB) (52) 320-010 D 4 9-6 (10)
Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Unilit (IRE) Ryan Sexton J
O Ontoawinner 9 & Julie Camacho Julie Camacho, Malton T
B The National Stud David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in February. 5/1, last of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 52 days ago, dropping away having helped set a sound gallop. TFRHHHII BHA57
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 EMERALD ARMY (IRE) (10) 04312-1 C D 4 9-6 (5)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Sonnet (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Mr P. Blyth Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Con Marnane
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, career best when winning 17-runner handicap at this course (6f, good to firm) 10 days ago Has to be taken seriously given he’s equally effective over 7f and isn’t yet exposed. TFRHHHHH BHA57
8 DESERT DREAM (GB) (13) 11320-0 D 11 9-6 (6)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Rosika Alex Jary (5) J
O The Racing Emporium Seb Spencer, Malton T
B Southcourt Stud Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 15 runs last year. 22/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 13 days ago That was a low-key return but he’ll be sharper this time TFRHHIII BHA57
9 KALGANOV (FR) (47) 000-000 D 6 9-5 (9)
Br B g Gutaifan (IRE) - Nidina (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd And M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mr Giovanni Falduto
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 47 days ago Visor on 1st time and tongue strap back on from this falling mark back on turf TFRHHIII BHA56
10 JURYMAN (GB) (276) 0/06000- D 5 9-1 (2)
Br B g Recorder - Kinematic Joanna Mason J
O Keep it in the Family Jacqueline Coward, Dalby T
B Queen Elizabeth II
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 20/1, last of 14 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good to firm). Off 9 months.
TFRHHIII BHA52
11 ODD SOCKS HAVANA (GB) (12) 462662 D 7 9-0 (12)
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Hamloola Dale Swift J
O Group Equine Racing IX Seb Spencer, Malton T
B The Hamloola Partnership Eco-Power Racing, New Group Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. Good second of 9 in handicap (9/1) at Newcastle (8f) 12 days ago. Rare turf start and profile not as convincing as on the AW TFRHHHII BHA51
12 DUMFRIES (GB) (20) 0330-06 5 9-0 (11)
Br B g Cityscape - Milldale James Sullivan J
O Buist, Shields, Thompson and Mrs R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Whatton Manor Stud William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since sole win in 2023. 14/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 20 days ago TFRHHIII BHA51
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13 DANDY LICHIOUS (IRE) (13) 433002 D 4 8-9 (4)
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ana Lichious (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Elliot Graham and Tristan Davidson Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Patrick Hanlon AKV Group Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 23 Flat runs 40/1, creditable second of 14 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 13 days ago. Tongue strap back on. TFRHHHII BHA46
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn first time by No 9. Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 8, 9, 11, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5, 13.
Stewards Note: FALCON NINE: Following its run on 2/4/2025 it was reported that the horse reared and was slowly away.LUMENBOURG: Following its run on 1/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.DUMFRIES: Following its run on 2/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the slow pace
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Emerald Army (IRE), 13-2 Captain Vallo (IRE), 17-2 Ribble Radiant (GB), 9-1 Odd Socks Havana (GB), 11-1 Without Delay (IRE), 12-1 Heroism (IRE), 14-1 Lumenbourg (GB), Dandy Lichious (IRE), 18-1 Falcon Nine (GB), 22-1 Desert Dream (GB), Kalganov (FR), Dumfries (GB), 66-1 Juryman (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW EMERALD ARMY picked up where he left off in the autumn when staying on to land a 6f handicap here 10 days ago A 3lb rise looks perfectly fair and with the step up to 7f likely to suit if anything, he has lots in his favour Captain Vallo was runner-up at the same meeting so is a fit and in-form rival to consider, with Ribble Radiant of interest after a more promising effort at Catterick.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.EMERALD ARMY (IRE) 2.CAPTAIN VALLO (IRE) 3.RIBBLE RADIANT
RESULTS E
HorseraceBettingLevyBoard
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £164,799 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.
Thirsk
